Western Michigan University · 8 hours ago
Writer Donor Communications Senior
Kalamazoo, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelWestern Michigan University is seeking a Writer Donor Communications Senior to develop compelling materials that support fundraising priorities and strengthen donor engagement. The role involves researching, writing, and producing high-level proposals and communications that articulate clear and persuasive cases for support.
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Responsibilities
Leads the writing and editing of high quality proposals and related solicitation materials, tailoring messaging to align donor interests with institutional priorities
Develops persuasive written content such as concept notes, donor briefings, presentations, stewardship reports, case statements, and gift agreements to support fundraising efforts
Collaborates with fundraising staff to understand donor motivations and align written content with broader solicitation strategies
Conducts interviews with faculty, administrators, and program leaders to gather information and context needed to develop accurate and compelling communications
Serves as a liaison between fundraising operations and academic units, research centers, and student support programs to identify and elevate philanthropic opportunities across a wide range of disciplines and initiatives
Contributes to the development of reusable content and templates for fundraising communications
Maintains a working knowledge of institutional initiatives, funding priorities, and program strengths to inform accurate and effective written materials
Collaborates with the creative team to identify images, graphics and layouts that will enhance written materials and align with University brand standards
Works with key staff to compose acknowledgment letters for significant contributions and develops donor centered, customized, and timely communications and stewardship materials as needed
Reviews, edits and provides guidance for proposals and other donor related materials at the major gift level as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution
Experience drafting proposals or development communications in a university, nonprofit or foundation setting
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to think both analytically and creatively, and from the perspective of the target audience
Ability to collect and synthesize complex information across a broad array of subject areas into an easily understandable and persuasive product
Demonstrated professionalism
Ability to work as a team member in a complex organization
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
Retirement
Tuition discount for the employee
Tuition remission for eligible dependents
Company
Western Michigan University
Western Michigan University is an educational institution that provides higher education courses and programs.
Founded in 1903
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5MKey Investors
DensoU.S. Department of Education
2024-10-30Grant
2020-11-02Grant· $5M
Leadership Team
Russ Kavalhuna
President
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